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TONY'S FINER FOODS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

TONY'S FINER FOODS 5233 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Grocery Store
September 9, 2025 Complaint License #2308668
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST NOT ATTACH A RUBBER HOSE ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCETS TO EXTEND THE FAUCETS.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING CERAMIC COVING TILE AT THE DELI PREP THREE DOOR COOLER AND DAMAGED BASEBOARD PLASTIC COVING PEELING FROM THE WALL IN THE DELI REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR ALL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING CERAMIC COVING TILE AT THE DELI PREP THREE DOOR COOLER AND DAMAGED BASEBOARD PLASTIC COVING PEELING FROM THE WALL IN THE DELI REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR ALL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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